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The document contains two worksheets with multiple choice and short answer questions related to electoral politics and the electoral process in India. Some of the key topics covered include: - The structure of the Indian parliamentary and legislative system including the Lok Sabha and state assemblies. - The role and powers of the Election Commission of India in conducting free and fair elections. - Aspects of the electoral process such as voter eligibility, election campaigning, and preparation of voter lists. - Concepts like general elections, by-elections, and reserved constituencies. - Issues related to political representation, participation, and competition in Indian democracy.

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Electoral Politics Worksheet-1 QN MA RKS 01 01

The document contains two worksheets with multiple choice and short answer questions related to electoral politics and the electoral process in India. Some of the key topics covered include: - The structure of the Indian parliamentary and legislative system including the Lok Sabha and state assemblies. - The role and powers of the Election Commission of India in conducting free and fair elections. - Aspects of the electoral process such as voter eligibility, election campaigning, and preparation of voter lists. - Concepts like general elections, by-elections, and reserved constituencies. - Issues related to political representation, participation, and competition in Indian democracy.

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ELECTORAL POLITICS

WORKSHEET- 1

QN QUESTION MA
RKS
01 The number of seats reserved for Scheduled Castes in the Lok Sabha is: 01
(a) 59
(b) 79
(c) 89
(d) 84

02 Our country is divided into 01


(a) 500 constituencies
(b) 543 constituencies
(c) 550 constituencies
(d) 552 constituencies
03 The minimum age required for being a voter is: 01
(a) 25 years
(b) 21 years
(c) 18 years
(d) 15 years
04 Who appoints the Chief Election Commissioner of India? 01
(a) The Chief Justice of India
(b) The Prime Minister of India
(c) The President of India
(d) The Law Minister of India
05 Who led the ‘Nyaya Yudh’? 01
(a) Chaudhary Charan Singh
(b) Chaudhary Devi Lal
(c) Ajit Singh
(d) None of these
06 Which of these is not a feature of Indian democracy? 01
(a) India has the largest number of voters in the world
(b) India’s Election Commission is very powerful
(c) In India, everyone above the age of 18 has a right to vote
(d) In India, the losing parties refuse to accept the electoral verdict
07 What is meant by the term ‘constituency’? 01
(a) Place where the copy of constitution is kept
(b) A particular area from where voters elect a representative to the Lok Sabha/
Vidhan Sabha
(c) A body of voters
(d) None of the above
08 In India, elections for which of these bodies are held after every five years? 01
(a) Rajya Sabha
(b) Lok Sabha and Vidhan Sabha
(c) Vidhan Parishad
(d) Only Lok Sabha
09 What is an election held for only one constituency to fill the vacancy caused due to 01
the death or resignation of a member called?
(a) By-election
(b) Mid-term election
(c) General election
(d) None of these
10 Constituencies called ‘wards’ are made for the election to 01
(a) Parliament
(b) State Legislative Assembly
(c) State Legislative Council
(d) Panchayats and municipal bodies
11 Who invites an elected leader to be the Chief Minister of a state? 01
12 What is a by-election? 01
13 What is the difference between a general election and by-election? 01
14 What do you mean by the code of conduct for elections? 01
15 What is a voter’s identity card? 01
16 What is the purpose of having election campaign? 01
17 What are the purposes of “reserving” constituencies? 03
18 Why do we need an independent Election Commission? 03
19 Why is it good to have political competition? Give reasons. 03
20 What are the advantages of having a voters list? 03
21 What are the limitations to free and fair elections in India? 05
22 What is secret ballot system? Why secret ballot system is good? Give three reasons. 05
23 Arrange the system of electoral constituencies from the national to the village level. 05
ELECTORAL POLITICS
WORKSHEET- 2

QN QUESTION MA
RKS
01 Which of these is not a part of the district and local level bodies? 01
(a) Panchayats
(b) Municipalities
(c) Corporations
(d) Lok Sabha
02 What is the details the candidates have to give in the legal declaration before 01
contesting the elections?
(a) Serious criminal cases pending against them
(b) Details of assets and liabilities of the candidate and his or her family
(c) Educational qualification of the candidate
(d) All the above
03 Name the body which conducts the elections in India 01
(a) Supreme Court
(b) Parliament
(c) Cabinet
(d) Election Commission
04 When on election duty, under whose control does the government officers work? 01
(a) Central Government
(b) Election Commission
(c) District Magistrate
(d) District Court
05 What does the term ‘incumbent’ mean? 01
(a) The current holder of a political office
(b) The candidate contesting the election
(c) The outgoing candidate of the dissolved House
(d) None of the above
06 Which of the following statement is incorrect? 01
(a) All citizens above the age of 21 can vote in an election
(b) Every citizen has the right to vote regardless of caste religion or gender
(c) Some criminals and persons with unsound mind can be denied the right to vote in
rare situations
(d) It is the responsibility of the government to get the names of all eligible voters put
in the voters list
07 What is the age of a person who can contest election for the Lok Sabha in India? 01
(a) 25 years
(b) 30 years
(c) 35 years
(d) 40 years
08 Voter’s List is also known as: 01
(a) Election Number
(b) Voter Identity Card
(c) Electoral Roll
(d) None of these
09 Which of the following statements is against the democratic process of elections? 01
(a) Parties and candidates should be free to contest elections
(b) Elections must be held regularly immediately after the term is over
(c) The right to vote should be given to the selected people only
(d) Elections should be conducted in a free and fair manner
10 Reserved Constituencies ensures 01
(a) Right to equality
(b) Proper representation to all religious groups
(c) Proper representation to the weaker sections of society
(d) None of these
11 Who has given the slogan ‘Garibi Hatao’? 01
(a) Indira Gandhi
(b) Rajiv Gandhi
(c) Sonia Gandhi
(d) Pt. Nehru
12 What is a General election? 01
13 What is an EPIC? 01
14 Who gave the slogan “Save Democracy”? 01
15 What is a ballot paper? 01
16 What do you mean by voter turnout? 01
17 Why is the preparation of electoral rolls important? Give reasons. 03
18 Why do you think the turnout of voters have increased in recent times? 03
19 Should we have reserved seats for women? Give reasons. 03
20 What makes an election democratic? 03
21 What is an Election Commission? What are its functions? 05

22 Mention any three slogans used by different political parties at the time of election 05
and the purpose behind them.

23 Is it good to have political competition? Explain. 05

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